POST UTME REDEEMERS UNIVERSITY 2017 Literature | Objective

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Question 1
In the play 'Hamlet' by William Shakespeare, what is the dramatic irony in Act 3, Scene 1?
A. The audience knows Hamlet's father was murdered, but Hamlet does not.
B. The audience knows Hamlet's mother is guilty of murder, but Hamlet does not.
C. The audience knows Hamlet's friend Rosencrantz is a spy, but Hamlet does not.
D. The audience knows Hamlet's uncle is guilty of murder, but Hamlet does not.
Question 2
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the symbolic significance of the green card?
A. The green card represents the American Dream and the family's desire for a better life.
B. The green card symbolizes the family's struggle with racism and oppression.
C. The green card represents the family's cultural heritage and identity.
D. The green card is a plot device to advance the story and create conflict.
Question 3
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the title?
A. The title reflects the chaos and disorder that follows the arrival of Western colonialism in Igbo society.
B. The title symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo culture and values.
C. The title represents the protagonist's struggle with his own identity and cultural heritage.
D. The title is a reference to the biblical book of Psalms.
Question 4
In the novel 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe, what is the significance of the yam festival?
A. It symbolizes the unity and strength of the Igbo people.
B. It represents the struggle between traditional and Western values.
C. It marks the beginning of the end of Okonkwo's reign as a leader.
D. It is a celebration of the harvest season.
Question 5
In Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart', what is the significance of the title 'Things Fall Apart'?
A. The title reflects the chaos that ensues after Okonkwo's downfall
B. The title symbolizes the breakdown of traditional Igbo culture
C. The title represents the fragmentation of Okonkwo's personality
D. The title signifies the collapse of the Igbo social hierarchy
Question 6
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the symbolism of the green light across the water?
A. It represents the elusive American Dream.
B. It symbolizes the corrupting influence of wealth.
C. It marks the beginning of Gatsby's affair with Daisy.
D. It is a symbol of Gatsby's love for Daisy.
Question 7
In the novel 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald, what is the significance of the green light across the water?
A. It symbolizes the elusive American Dream.
B. It represents the character of Daisy Buchanan.
C. It is a reference to the character of Jay Gatsby's wealth and status.
D. It is a symbol of the corrupting influence of wealth.
Question 8
In the poem 'The New Colossus' by Emma Lazarus, what is the significance of the line 'Give me your tired, your poor, / Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free'?
A. It highlights the struggles of immigrants in America.
B. It emphasizes the importance of freedom and liberty.
C. It showcases the poet's own experiences as an immigrant.
D. It serves as a call to action for the American people to welcome immigrants.
Question 9
In William Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', what is the role of the witches in the play?
A. They serve as foils to Macbeth's ambition
B. They drive the plot forward with their prophecies
C. They symbolize the supernatural forces that govern human destiny
D. They provide comic relief in an otherwise dark play
Question 10
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what literary device is employed by Romeo when he says, 'But soft, what light through yonder window breaks?'?
A. Imagery
B. Metaphor
C. Personification
D. Alliteration
Question 11
In the poem 'Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night' by Dylan Thomas, what is the significance of the line 'Rage, rage against the dying of the light'?
A. It emphasizes the importance of living life to the fullest.
B. It serves as a call to action for the speaker to resist death.
C. It highlights the speaker's fear of death and the unknown.
D. It is a representation of the speaker's desire to hold on to life.
Question 12
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the significance of the balcony scene in Act 2, Scene 2?
A. It marks the beginning of Romeo's love for Juliet.
B. It showcases Juliet's independence and strong will.
C. It highlights the societal pressures and expectations placed on the characters.
D. It serves as a turning point in the play, marking the beginning of the tragic events.
Question 13
In Wole Soyinka's 'Death and the King's Horseman', what is the significance of the character Elesin Oba?
A. Elesin represents the struggle between tradition and modernity
B. Elesin symbolizes the power of the king's horseman
C. Elesin is a representation of the protagonist's inner conflict
D. Elesin is a symbol of the king's authority
Question 14
In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', what is the significance of the balcony scene in Act 2, Scene 2?
A. It marks the beginning of Romeo and Juliet's love affair.
B. It showcases Juliet's independence and strong will.
C. It highlights the societal pressures that contribute to the tragic ending.
D. It is a pivotal moment in the play where Romeo and Juliet's families are reconciled.
Question 15
In the play 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry, what is the significance of the character of Beneatha?
A. She represents the struggle for identity and self-discovery.
B. She symbolizes the tension between traditional and modern values.
C. She is a foil to the character of Mama, highlighting their differences.
D. She is a minor character with no significant impact on the plot.

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